rocket
//ˈrɒkɪt//
Noun
A cylindrical projectile that can be propelled to a great height or distance by the combustion of its contents, used typically as a firework or signal.
They launched colorful rockets into the night sky during the festival.
A spacecraft, missile, or vehicle that obtains thrust from a rocket engine.
The rocket launched successfully and entered orbit around Earth.
A weapon that is propelled by a rocket engine.
The military launched rockets at the enemy base.
Synonym
Verb
To move or increase very rapidly, especially upward.
House prices rocketed in the last year.
To attack with rocket projectiles.
Enemy forces rocketed the base during the night.
Noun
An edible plant of the cabbage family, with leaves that have a peppery flavor and are used in salads (also called arugula or roquette).
I added some fresh rocket to my salad for extra flavor.